Chapter 6 Traumatic Injuries First Aid TEST WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

shock - ANSWER-progressive, life-threatening; circulatory system fails to deliver enough oxygenated blood to tissues and organs signs and symptoms of shock - ANSWER-1. irritability 2. rapid breathing/heartbeat 3. nausea/vomiting/excessive thirst 4. altered level of consciousness first aid care for shock - ANSWER-1. call 911 immediately 2. lie them on back 3. cover with blanket to keep in heat; do not give food/drink 4. reassure and make them comfortable 5. monitor condition internal bleeding - ANSWER-bleeding inside the body blunt trauma - ANSWER-caused by impact with a flat object/surface penetrating trauma - ANSWER-body pierced by sharp object signs and signals of internal bleeding - ANSWER-1. shock 2. thirst; cool, moist, pale skin; weak heartbeat 3. may vomit/cough blood 4. are